Rajasthan Tourist Destinations

Rajasthan Tourist Destination

The magical charm of vibrant Rajasthan represents the folklore of chivalry and romance, resounding from the majestic monuments. Standing gloriously these heritage forts and palaces still re-echo the tales of bygone era. An incredible destination for international tourists, Rajasthan enables them to experience the rural charm in their own way.

Take a safari on camels or elephants, treat your eyes with gorgeous sand-dunes, embark on a tiger trail or just enjoy the sights of birds in the wetlands. The heritage palaces offer you to live amidst the luxury in a kingly style. This royal land offers something for every type of tourist and exceeds their expectation every time they visit. Visit any destination of Rajasthan like Udaipur, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Pushkar, Kota, Ajmer, Jaisalmer, Chittaurgarh or Bundi, what all you will get the regal experience and lasting memories.

Rajasthan Tourist Destinations & Attractions

Udaipur

Udaipur with a fascinating history of tender love stories and violent political battles Udaipur offers entrancing holiday tours. Maharana Udai Singh laid the foundations of Udaipur the ‘city of lakes’ in the year 1567 A.D. after a holy hermit advised him to set up his capital in the region. Sail past the corridors of Udaipur history and see glorious palaces and temples that were built by the mighty Sisodia descendants. Named after its founder, Udaipur in Rajasthan, India enthralls you with its wondrous romance-filled atmosphere.

The term Udaipur literally means the “land of the rising sun.” A favorite with romantic couples and newly wed honeymooners; Udaipur recreates an indescribable medieval charm and stirs the fanciful lover in you to express all your dormant desires in regal style.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN UDAIPUR:

Lake Pichola, City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Bagore ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Sahelion ki Bari, Gulab Bagh, Ahar and Bharat Lok Kala Museum etc

Jaipur

Jaipur most commonly known as Pink City is the foundation of and named after Sawai Jai Singh II. This place gestures tourists through splendid display of royal Rajput heritage through its striking forts and remarkable palaces. Additionally warm hospitality of people and plethora of handicrafts for shopping makes it a renowned place.

The festivals celebrated in Jaipur are also one of the craze of the tourists. Tourists can enjoy modern Jaipur Literary festival as well as traditionally celebrated festivals like Ganguar, Teej as well as Kite festival. An ideal time to visit Jaipur is winters as the temperature can dip up to 8.3°C. Summers are too hot and so it cannot be the best time to visit. Usually the temperature is 45°C in summers.

Jaipur Attractions: Forts and Palaces, Monuments and temples and Heritage hotels and Havelis etc.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a tour to royal state of Rajasthan, then Jodhpur is a must visit princely city over here. There are many authentic and royal attractions over here which signifies its wealthy culture and colorful traditions. Name of this city originated from the chief of Rathore Clan named Rao Jodha. This city came into existence in the year 1459. Jodhpur is a prosperous city which has flourished endlessly. Many tourists from throughout the world come over here to experience the glory and charm from the golden era of Raja and Maharaja.

It is also known as Blue city as many of its attractions are in blue color. Heritage and magnificence of this place can be found in its culture, monuments, festivals and palaces. Taking a travel through Palace of wheels can be an unforgettable experience for you as it is the most luxurious trains of entire world.

Tourist Attractions: Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mandore Gardens, Government Museum, Old Fort Museum and Balsamand Lake etc.

Bikaner

Bikaner the royal fortified city with a timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the Desert State, the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city’s lifestyle More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells. Camels are the prime helpers. The well of Bikaner-an important source of water are another attraction of the city. These are built on high plinth with slender minareted towers on each of the Four Corners and can be noticed even from a distance.

Bikaner’s history date backs to 1488A.D. when a Rathore Prince. Rao Bikaji- a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur(1459A.D.) Rao Jodhaji, established his kingdom here. Rao Jodhaji had five sons but Rao Jodhaji had five sons but rao Bikaji was the most enterprising of them. Bikaji chose a barren wilderness called “jangladesh” and transformed it to an impressive city, called Bikaji after the Founder’s Name. The strategic location of Bikaner on the ancient caravan routes that came from west/Central Asia, made it a Prime trade center in the times of the year.

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer is studded with magnificent tourist haunts that encapsulates the vivacious culture of this lovely locale. It is laced with beautiful forts, sacred shrines, stately havelis reminiscent of the yester years, rippling lake, well stacked museums. Besides, Jaisalmer is also the site of several fairs, that throbs with electrifying energy. The Desert Festival is perhaps one of the most awaited festivals of the splendid Jaisalmer.

It comes alive with the foot tapping beats of Dhap, Ghoomar, Gair among a host of other traditional dance forms, in accompaniment with several musical instruments like sarangi, matka and minla. The Gangaur festivities are also major crowd pullers.

Jaisalmer Attraction: Jaisalmer Fort, Tazia Tower, Patwon-Ki-Haveli, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Akal Wood Fossil Park, Desert National Park, Jain Temples, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Singhji Ki Haveli, Nathmalji Ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Tilon Ki Pol, Government Museum and Sanskriti Sangrahalaya etc.

Mount Abu

Mount Abu is British rule in India Mount Abu was one of the popular summer places for British people. This place kept them away form the dusty and dry heat of the plains of Rajasthan. There are small huts and cottages which still tell the stories of those times till today.

Mount Abu was also the adobe of lots of saints and sages in the olden days. It is said that three hundred and thirty million gods and goddesses of Hindu pantheon used to visit this holy mountain. This clearly shows that this place retrieves history in itself. There are lots of tourist attractions in Mount Abu. In case you want to explore these attractions a very good idea would be to hire car rentals. The main reason behind this is that there will be no time bounds and you can experience safe and comfortable journey.

Tourist Attractions In Mount Abu: Gaumukh Temple, Dilwara Jain Temples, Adhar Devi Temple, View points and Guru Shikhar etc.

Kumbhalgarh

Kumbhalgarh is a fortress that is located in the district of Rajsamand in the state of Rajasthan. This place is situated in the western India. Rana Kumbha built this place in the 15th century. During the 15th century this fort was practically inaccessible. This place is also known for the birthplace of Maharana Pratap, warrior and king of Mewar.

Kumbhalgarh has a 36 kilometer long wall and high towers. You can easily reach this place as it is located within the reach of Ajmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Pushkar. It is one of the attractive tourist destinations. This place is quite unique and offers tourists with many interesting destinations. Many tourists not from the country but tourists across the globe come to explore this place. The fort is built on a hill that is situated at the altitude of 3,500 feet above the earth’s surface. In the 19th century Maharana Fateh Singh got the fort renovated because of the inaccessibility.

Kumbhalgarh Attractions : Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Muchhal Mahavir Temple, Parshuram temple and Haldighati etc.

Chittorgarh

Chittaurgarh is the epitome of Rajput pride, romance and spirit. It reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice, which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards of Rajasthan. The main reason for visiting Chittorgarh is its massive hilltop fort, which is a depiction of Rajput culture and values.

The fort of Chittor is regarded as one of the most outstanding forts of the country and is indeed the “Pride of Rajasthan State”. The formidable fort is perched atop a 180 meter high hillock covering a massive area of 700 acres and is a standing sentinel to the courage and valour of Chittorgarh. It is belived that the fort was build by the Mauryans in 7th century and further strucres were added to it by the successive Mewar rulers.

The one mile long serpentine road to the fort is quite steep and exhastive. The fort is approached through seven huge gateways or ´pols´, which are guarded by watch tower and massive iron spiked doors.

Ranthambore

Ranthambore is one of the best national parks in the world to see Bengal tigers, wild, in their natural habitat. But here you don’t just see Bengal tigers you see Sundari, Machali (or “fish” from the fish-like markings on her cheek), Star male, Jumru and so on. Each of Ranthambore’s denizens are well identified and The Ranthambhore Bagh, with its trained team, is perhaps your best bet to know who is who.

Often described as a “secluded ecological island surrounded by fields and over-grazed plains”, the Ranthambhore tiger reserve lies at the intersection of the Aravalis and the Vindhyan hill systems covered by Northern tropical dry deciduous forests.

Tourist Attractions: Padam Talab, Malik Talab, Raj Bagh and Great Boundary Fault etc.

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